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A bone marrow biopsy (BMB) is an important diagnostic tool for MPNs. It helps doctors look at abnormal cells and run special tests, including genetic testing to identify mutations.

The turnaround time for results can vary depending on what tests are being run:

- Basic pathology results (looking at the cells under a Show Full Answer

A bone marrow biopsy (BMB) is an important diagnostic tool for MPNs. It helps doctors look at abnormal cells and run special tests, including genetic testing to identify mutations.

The turnaround time for results can vary depending on what tests are being run:

- Basic pathology results (looking at the cells under a microscope) can take about 3 to 5 business days
- Genetic/molecular testing (like JAK2, CALR, or MPL mutation testing) can take 1 to 3 weeks or sometimes longer

The wide range is because some tests are more complex than others and may be sent to specialized labs.

The best thing to do is ask the care team upfront how long to expect to wait, and whether there's a patient portal where results might appear. That way there are no surprises — and less anxious refreshing of the inbox! 😊

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